Mentioning deceased parent and step parent in the wedding program
Hello -
Is this acceptable wording for a program (initials represent full names)?
Parents of the Bride Mr. and Mrs. R. W. L.
The Late Mrs. A I L
Parents of the Groom Mr. and Mrs. W. D. T
In previous posts, your examples are like the following but that seems more cumbersome and awkward to me. For ex:
Father and Stepmother of the Bride Mr. and Mrs. RWL
Mother of the Bride The Late Mrs. AIL
Father and Mother of the Groom Mr. and Mrs. WDT
Thanks for the advice!
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Apr 19, 2007, 10:36 AM
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Re: [aliot2007] Mentioning deceased parent and step parent in the wedding program
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Dear Aliot,
Our last posts listed those deceased in the programs as if they were attending? Perhaps it was a long time ago--hopefully.
The programs are used to inform the guests of those in the bridal party, special seating, and any special elements of the ceremony, including perhaps timing and the order of elements.
If a family member is deceased, we would put their names below those attending with a: "in memorium". This is clearer and more accurate. Someone who is decease cannot attend.
Re: [Et.byRebecca] Mentioning deceased parent and step parent in the wedding program
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Okay, would this be a better way?
Parents of the Bride Mr. and Mrs. RWL
Parents of the Groom Mr. and Mrs. WDT
(And then below all others listed in bridal party and helpers)
"In memorium" Mrs. AIL Mother of the Bride
I don't know if the Mother of Bride part would be listed, but I don't want people to mistaken my stepmom as my mother.
Thank you again.
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Apr 19, 2007, 11:18 AM
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Re: [aliot2007] Mentioning deceased parent and step parent in the wedding program
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You could place it under the parents or where you suggested. And, I agree that adding 'mother of the bride' would be best. Rebecca Black, Etiquette Now
Mentioning deceased parent and step parent in the wedding program
